These are the luckiest baby names, according to new data
Can the right baby name boost future success? Here are the luckiest baby names according to a new analysis.
Can the right baby name boost future success? Here are the luckiest baby names according to a new analysis.
Trump administration drafts plan to offer childcare subsidies to married stay-at-home parents: Report
The Trump administration is reportedly drafting a plan to let some married couples with a stay-at-home parent receive federal child care subsidies.
The Trump administration is reportedly drafting a plan to let some married couples with a stay-at-home parent receive federal child care subsidies.
Is your smartphone making your kid dumber? What a new study found
A new study suggests your smartphone use could play a role in how children develop vocabulary skills.
A new study suggests your smartphone use could play a role in how children develop vocabulary skills.
These are the top city-inspired baby names in the US, data finds
Some of America’s biggest cities are inspiring parents when it comes to baby names. A new analysis reveals the most popular city-inspired names.
Some of America’s biggest cities are inspiring parents when it comes to baby names. A new analysis reveals the most popular city-inspired names.
Klein ISD classroom aide facing felony charge highlights Texas special education camera law
A former Klein ISD classroom aide was fired and arrested by district police on a felony charge of Injury to a Child just five days into the school year. A frustrated mother of a nonverbal autistic student in the suspect's class says she had to look up court records herself to learn the details and was shocked to discover classroom cameras are not automatically turned on. Under Texas law, video surveillance in self-contained special education classrooms is only activated if a parent or staff member submits a written request every single school year.
A former Klein ISD classroom aide was fired and arrested by district police on a felony charge of Injury to a Child just five days into the school year. A frustrated mother of a nonverbal autistic student in the suspect's class says she had to look up court records herself to learn the details and was shocked to discover classroom cameras are not automatically turned on. Under Texas law, video surveillance in self-contained special education classrooms is only activated if a parent or staff member submits a written request every single school year.
Special education advocate on what Texas families should know | Full interview
A now-former Klein ISD classroom aide was arrested for allegedly assaulting a student at a campus for children with special needs. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart spoke to a special education advocate about parental rights that he says Texas families should know.
A now-former Klein ISD classroom aide was arrested for allegedly assaulting a student at a campus for children with special needs. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart spoke to a special education advocate about parental rights that he says Texas families should know.
Patrick to Texas school districts: 'We're coming for your books'
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a stark warning for school districts that do not remove books that he believes are offensive.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a stark warning for school districts that do not remove books that he believes are offensive.
Texas intervenes in surrogate baby medical treatment dispute
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has intervened in the case of a surrogate mother who came to Texas to get the court to allow treatment of the baby she's carrying with a severe heart defect after the intended parents allegedly denied the procedure.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has intervened in the case of a surrogate mother who came to Texas to get the court to allow treatment of the baby she's carrying with a severe heart defect after the intended parents allegedly denied the procedure.
Back-to-school safety tips for parents: 'Don't give strangers a road map'
From first day photos to bus stop safety, Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable Patrick Quincy has warnings and reminders for parents as they prep their kids to head back to school.
From first day photos to bus stop safety, Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable Patrick Quincy has warnings and reminders for parents as they prep their kids to head back to school.
Back-to-school safety tips for parents
As students and parents get ready for the first day of school, Fort Bend County law enforcement has reminders for parents to keep their kids' safety a priority. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart shares what the Precinct 4 constable had to say.
As students and parents get ready for the first day of school, Fort Bend County law enforcement has reminders for parents to keep their kids' safety a priority. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart shares what the Precinct 4 constable had to say.
Harris County officials warn families as e-bike, e-scooter injuries surge
Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school students, but many families may not fully understand how fast they can travel or the injuries they can cause.
Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school students, but many families may not fully understand how fast they can travel or the injuries they can cause.
Harris County officials raise awareness on e-bike safety
Harris County health officials are not against the use of electric bikes and scooters, but they want parents of be aware of potential safety issues. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour breaks down the county e-bike numbers and shares what officials and an e-bike store owner want families to know ahead of the new school year.
Harris County health officials are not against the use of electric bikes and scooters, but they want parents of be aware of potential safety issues. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour breaks down the county e-bike numbers and shares what officials and an e-bike store owner want families to know ahead of the new school year.
Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
Poll reveals changes about Americans' attitudes towards cellphones in schools
Support for restricting student cellphone use in schools is gaining momentum across the U.S., with a new survey showing that the majority of adults now favor banning phones during class.
Support for restricting student cellphone use in schools is gaining momentum across the U.S., with a new survey showing that the majority of adults now favor banning phones during class.
The worst states for having a baby in 2026, according to data
New data ranked the best and worst states to have a baby in 2026. See which states made the top and bottom of the list.
New data ranked the best and worst states to have a baby in 2026. See which states made the top and bottom of the list.
Map: How much it costs to raise kids in your city for 2026
While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.
While the rising cost of child care and housing is squeezing families nationwide, a new report reveals that the financial strain is significantly unequal depending on where you live.
Two families sue North Dakota hospital on allegations babies were switched at birth
Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago.
Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago.
Pancake, ‘the First Puppy of Texas,’ has died
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's dog, a golden retriever named Pancake and dubbed “the First Puppy of Texas," has died. She was 11 years old.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's dog, a golden retriever named Pancake and dubbed “the First Puppy of Texas," has died. She was 11 years old.
These states are hit hardest by child care costs, new data shows
Think child care is expensive where you live? You’re probably right. A new report reveals the states where child care costs are eating up the biggest chunk of household income.
Think child care is expensive where you live? You’re probably right. A new report reveals the states where child care costs are eating up the biggest chunk of household income.
Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.